Carthage, NY – The community of Carthage is mourning the passing of Ruth M. Gyurko, a beloved resident known for her warmth, kindness, and devotion to family and community. Ruth, 95, passed away peacefully at Carthage Area Hospital on October 25th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Natural Bridge to Eber and Grace Slye on March 16th, 1928, Ruth was a proud graduate of Carthage High School. On June 29th, 1946, she married Leslie Gyurko at St. Henry’s Church in Natural Bridge, a union that lasted 72 years until Leslie’s passing in 2019. Ruth held various employment roles, but her most cherished roles were that of a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.
Ruth’s love for her family was boundless, and she found joy in spending time with her children, Karlton and Valerie, her grandchildren Kathleen and Kyle, and her great-grandchildren Kaelynn and Jackson. She was also deeply connected to her community and had a passion for dancing, listening to country music, and participating in the Black River Valley Fiddlers alongside Leslie.
Friends and family are invited to pay their respects during calling hours at St. James Catholic Church in Carthage on Monday, October 30th, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A funeral mass will follow at 1 p.m., with Reverend Todd Thibault officiating, and Ruth will be laid to rest at Hillside Cemetery in Natural Bridge. A memorial reception will be held after the burial at the Sahara Restaurant in Fargo.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made to St. James Catholic Church, the Carthage Area Rescue Squad, or the First Responders at Great Bend or Deferiet Fire Departments. The Gyurko family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Mirza Ashraf’s office for their personalized care and to the compassionate staff at Carthage Area Hospital during Ruth’s final days.
Carthage mourns the loss of a remarkable woman whose legacy of love and community spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing her.
